The city of Mumbai is abuzz with excitement as Lionel Messi's much-anticipated G.O.A.T. India Tour 2025 draws near, promising to be a dazzling convergence
of international football stardom and Bollywood glamour.
Originally conceived as a sports-focused event, the tour has evolved into one of the year's most star-studded nights, featuring Messi sharing the stage with prominent Indian film personalities.
Slated for December 14 at Mumbai's iconic Wankhede Stadium, Messi, alongside fellow football stars Luis Suárez and Rodrigo De Paul, will headline a 45-minute philanthropic fashion show. The event's appeal skyrockets with the inclusion of Bollywood heavyweights such as Tiger Shroff, Jackie Shroff, and John Abraham, who are set to walk the ramp alongside these global football icons. In addition to Bollywood actors, leading cricketers and notable entrepreneurs will be present, blending the vibrant worlds of sports, entertainment, and business in a spectacular evening.
Who will be Present in Lionel Messi Mumbai Event?
Confirmed Celebrities
These Bollywood stars are confirmed or strongly reported to attend the G.O.A.T. India Tour event in Mumbai on December 14, 2025, at Wankhede Stadium, participating in the philanthropic fashion show alongside Lionel Messi, Luis Suárez, and Rodrigo De Paul.
Tiger Shroff
Jackie Shroff
John Abraham
Rumored High-Profile Guests
Multiple sources speculate on additional A-list attendees, particularly for Mumbai's star-studded segment blending football and Bollywood, though these remain unconfirmed.
Shah Rukh Khan
Sachin Tendulkar
MS Dhoni
Highlighting the significance of this visit, Messi's last trip to India dates back to 2011, when, as a Barcelona and Argentina national team star, he played in a friendly against Venezuela at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium. That match remains a cherished memory for Indian football fans. After a 14-year hiatus, Messi's return not only rekindles those memories but expands the experience with a comprehensive tour that spans multiple cities: Kolkata, Hyderabad, New Delhi, and of course Mumbai.
The G.O.A.T. India Tour 2025 promises more than just matches. It features concerts, meet-and-greet sessions, youth football clinics, workshops, and cultural exchanges that blend Argentine and Indian flavors. This multifaceted approach aims to deepen fan engagement and celebrate football on a broader cultural canvas.
